These are some of the top-rated public schools in Dekalb Community Unit School District 428 based on a variety of measures. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.
ACADEMICS
Academic Summary
Is this district offering opportunity for all its students, or leaving some kids behind? Successful districts are working to close the achievement gap.
ACADEMICS
Rigorous courses can help students prepare for and get into college, including coursework in STEM subjects. Find out more.
Parent Tip
Many successful high school students end up in remedial math courses in college. Is your student prepared for college-level math? Ask this district how they ensure students are well-prepared.
STUDENT LIFE
Student Demographics
Schools that create a positive culture help all students thrive. See how.
STUDENT LIFE
Teachers & Staff
Parents often value small class sizes, but the truth is more complicated.
STUDENT LIFE
District Calendar
STUDENT LIFE
District Finances
How a school district allocates funds can reflect its priorities. Learn more about how these decisions are made.
Parent Tip
District decisions about how to spend money impact your child’s schooling. Here’s how parents can have an influence.
STUDENT LIFE
Reviews From Schools in Dekalb Community Unit School District 428
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Parent / Guardian
June 04, 2025
Malta had a serious problem with racism my sons teacher and classmates were saying resist slurs which offended myself and my child they also had bad buss drivers which crashed once.My kid kept getting... More
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Malta Elementary School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
May 03, 2024
I was a student from 2016-2022 in my five years attend Brooks, I have gained a lot of trauma and super sensitive hearing from all the yelling by the teachers. My parents and I couldn’t move because we... More
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Gwendolyn Brooks Elementary School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
April 25, 2024
This school needs better staff members, even in the office. They discriminate against the students and at this point promotes violence. The principal and definitely the assistant principal plays a... More
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Tyler Elementary School
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